TAX HELP / TAX PENALTIES
Received a penalty or found an old tax error? First identify what happened.
Late filing, late payment, inaccurate returns and omitted income are not the same issue. The consequences and available procedures differ.
Enquire →PRACTICAL GUIDANCE
What does the penalty relate to?
Check the notice, legislation quoted, relevant period and how the amount was calculated. Distinguish tax payable from penalties or increases.
Can an LHDN penalty be reduced?
A reduction or review may be possible in certain circumstances, but there is no general guarantee. The correct procedure depends on the specific liability and legal basis.
What if an earlier return was wrong?
Reconcile the records and consider whether amendments, disclosures or other steps are available for that tax year and case stage.
Before sending amended information
Check supporting documents and seek appropriate advice where investigations, multiple years or substantial amounts are involved.
Frequently asked questions
Are all late-filing penalties calculated in the same way?
No. Relevant provisions vary by type of non-compliance.
Does correcting an error remove penalties automatically?
No. Outcomes depend on the law and circumstances.
Our approach
This site provides general information and introduces enquiries to suitable professional service providers. It does not itself provide regulated tax representation, and no outcome is guaranteed.
Enquire →Official reference: Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (HASiL). Check current guidance and deadlines for your case.